Classical Guitarists for Hire

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Browse 61 of the best classical guitarists for hire in the UK. A classical guitarist can offer sophisticated background music for a hotel or restaurant setting, as well as offering the perfect accompaniment for your wedding ceremony or drinks reception. Spanish and Flamenco styles are also available. Also see wedding guitarists, acoustic singer guitarists & wedding ceremony musicians.

Fuego Flamenco

5 stars - Fuego Flamenco are Highly Recommended6 Reviews
Number of members: 2 London
Fuego Flamenco are a talented Spanish guitar duo and the winners of the UK Lukas Latin Awards 2019. With a repertoire that includes both original compositions and captivating covers, they are renowned for their vibrant instrumental flamenco and rumba music, which will surely add a special touch to your event!...

From £1,085
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DZ Guitar

5 stars - DZ Guitar are Highly Recommended6 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Hertfordshire
Based in Kent, DZ Guitar has over 15 years professional experience and has been busy establishing himself worldwide as a leading figure in crossover percussive/classical guitar....

From £678
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Duncan Harper

5 stars - Duncan Harper are Highly Recommended7 Reviews
Number of members: 1 East Sussex
A Brighton based solo fingerstyle guitarist with years of experience performing at venues including London's Gherkin and O2 Arena, as well as contracts with award winning cruise liners. Performing a diverse range of music from 1950's classics to modern chart toppers, Duncan Harper can provide something for everyone!...

From £407
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JS Guitar

5 stars - JS Guitar are Highly Recommended1 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Vale of Glamorgan
Performing classical, soul, jazz, rock, pop and more, JS Guitar is an instrumental guitarist whose eclectic repertoire caters for all events and audience types. With a wealth of experience, JS Guitar studied at Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, where he was awarded the Stuart Cohen Guitar Prize....

From £351
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Dani Piro

5 stars - Dani Piro are Highly Recommended3 Reviews
Number of members: 1 London
From Italian concert halls to wedding ceremonies, festivals, drinks receptions and more, Dani Piro is an accomplished classical guitarist who delivers stunning sets for any occasion. With a wealth of experience and extensive musical studies to his name, this professional musician is nothing short of impressive....

From £339
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Stephen Paul

Number of members: 1 Hertfordshire
Having learnt from some of the world's most esteemed classical guitarists and studied at Guildhall School of Music and Trinity Laban Conservatoire, as well as securing residencies at several London hotels and restaurants, Stephen Paul is an incredibly talented guitarist who will be happy to accommodate you and your event....

From £387
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David Matthews

5 stars - David Matthews are Highly Recommended5 Reviews
Number of members: 1 West Sussex
A seasoned Jazz & Classical Guitarist with previous clients including Maserati, Rolls Royce, Cheltenham Film Studios & more! Performing from a repertoire of Jazz, Popular & Classical music, David Matthews will be able to tailor his set to suit any occasion....

From £366
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Frankie Jay
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5 stars - Frankie Jay are Highly Recommended16 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Manchester
A highly experienced fingerstyle guitarist combining harmonic, melodic and percussive techniques; Frankie Jay transforms classic hits into rich and textured instrumental arrangements on his steel string guitar. From pop chart toppers, to unforgettable rock anthems, Frankie will create a top quality soundtrack for any event!...

From £339
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The Flamenco Guitarist

Number of members: 1 Midlothian
Celebrating Spanish Flamenco with passion, style & flair, The Flamenco Guitarist has toured some of the UK’s biggest cities plus sold out many theatres & arts festivals across the country!...

From £1,356
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The Flamenco Company

5 stars - The Flamenco Company are Highly Recommended7 Reviews
Number of members: 8 Midlothian
The Flamenco Company celebrate Spanish Flamenco with passion, style & flair! Having toured some of the UK’s biggest cities plus sold out many theatres & arts festivals across the country, The Flamenco Company invite you to a night of incredible music & dance! Varied line ups, from solo up to a full 8 piece available....

From £1,686 +VAT
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Classical Guitarist Shane

5 stars - Classical Guitarist Shane are Highly Recommended10 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Essex
A gifted classical guitarist exploring the worlds of Folk, Ragtime, Latin America, Jazz & modern day, Shane will create a stunning musical backdrop at your special occasion. Shane has performed in front of audiences around London. Shane has most recently played for a wedding at the beautiful Linden House, Ravenscourt Park; the opening of an Art exhibition at the Andrea Hamilton Studio, Knightsbridge; and for a corporate event at Hilton Hotel, Victoria. He was also asked to perform as the Featured Artist for Word4Word’s Poetry Slam at the Theatre Royal, Stratford, and for a Showcase performance at Bucks Head, Camden....

From £310
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Fin M Guitar
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5 stars - Fin M Guitar are Highly Recommended16 Reviews
Number of members: 1 London
Described as the next in line of great classical guitar players, Fin M Guitar is becoming renowned for his sheer virtuosity and musicality. Performing an eclectic mix of music, from Classical, Jazz, Easy Listening Pop to Spanish & Latin, Fin M Guitar will create a beautiful backdrop to your event!...

From £409
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Guitar Brothers

Number of members: 2 Surrey
A smooth & talented acoustic duo who offer bespoke instrumental arrangements of all the songs you know & love - from 1920’s jazz to modern pop like Ed Sheeran & Rihanna....

From £715
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Nareik Bardolia

5 stars - Nareik Bardolia are Highly Recommended2 Reviews
Number of members: 1 London
The classical guitar provides a wonderful air of sophistication to any event. Perfoming with care and attention to detail, Nareik Bardolia provides alluring and enchanting renditions of popular and classical pieces...

From £396
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Benjamin

5 stars - Benjamin are Highly Recommended3 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Hampshire
Benjamin is an instrumental fingerstyle guitarist performing beautiful music spanning popular music, jazz & classical. Ready to compliment any setting, Benjamin delivers soft & subtle entertainment for wedding ceremonies, cocktail parties, garden parties, wedding breakfasts & more!...

From £358
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Pablo J Guitarist

5 stars - Pablo J Guitarist are Highly Recommended3 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Northumberland
Pablo J. is a Polish born professional guitarist currently residing in Newcastle upon Tyne. Fluent in many musical languages, his repertoire includes Classical pieces, Jazz standards, Popular songs, Latin, Spanish and Flamenco....

From £244
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Alex Lloyd Williams

5 stars - Alex Lloyd Williams are Highly Recommended2 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Staffordshire
Alex Lloyd Williams is a professional guitarist with over 30 years' experience. Performing a repertoire of Baroque, Latin-American & Spanish Romantic music but also available to perform special requests, Alex is a classic addition to any event!...

From £237
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Latino Duo

5 stars - Latino Duo are Highly Recommended2 Reviews
Number of members: 2 Surrey
Latino Duo are a flute & guitar duo specialising in South American music. Performing warm background music & creating a pleasant atmosphere, Latino Duo are the perfect choice for drinks receptions, garden parties, weddings & more! ...

From £488
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Philip Bailey

5 stars - Philip Bailey (Guitarist) are Highly Recommended6 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Devon
With a varied repertoire Philip Bailey is a talented guitarist performing both acoustic & electric guitar. Philip Bailey's diverse sets can range from classical pieces by composers such as Bach & Tarrega to popular hits from Queen, The Beatles & Oasis....

From £361
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DW Guitar

5 stars - DW Guitar are Highly Recommended4 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Leicestershire
Creating the perfect soundtrack for your occasion, DW Guitar specialises in delivering relaxed, easy listening entertainment. His beautiful instrumental arrangements of popular songs, both old and new, cover artists such as Al Green, Ed Sheeran, Beyonce, Stevie Wonder and more!...

From £392
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Jeremiah Hobbs

5 stars - Jeremiah Hobbs are Highly Recommended8 Reviews
Number of members: 1 Northamptonshire
Jeremiah Hobbs has been playing the guitar for nearly 25 years. When he first set out to learn to sing, he quickly discovered it was more challenging than expected—so instead, he taught himself to play complete songs on the guitar alone....

From £271
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Classical Guitar Player Booking Guide

Everything you need to know about hiring a professional classical guitarist

A classical guitarist is a solo musician, who plays the classical acoustic guitar. The classical guitar uses nylon strings rather than steel, which give a warm, mellow sound.

Classical guitarists can play a wide range of musical styles, from early lute music, to Spanish and flamenco, as well as arrangements of classical and contemporary pop tunes, to create a uniquely informal ambiance, perfectly suited to a range of occasions, from wedding ceremonies to drinks receptions or private parties.

A classical guitarist will play a variety of genres of music, including rock and popular tunes, soul, film themes and classical, performing music which most of your guests will know and love! A typical repertoire might feature artists such as:

Adele
Coldplay
Taylor Swift
The Killers
Bruno Mars
Ed Sheeran
Robbie Williams
U2
Simon & Garfunkel
The Beatles
Oasis
Carole King
The Beach Boys
Bill Withers
Etta James
Aretha Franklin
Ritchie Valens
Frank Sinatra
John Williams
Buena Vista Social Club
Mendelssohn
Chopin
Pachelbel
Bach

A set list for each artist is featured on their individual profile page.

Need some inspiration for song ideas? Check out our 'Top 20 Guitar Songs for Weddings' article here

Alive Network’s classical guitar players can perform a range of musical genres, with many offering several styles in one performance. Our most popular types of classical guitar styles include:

1. Popular covers

Nearly all of our classical guitarist will perform music from classic and contemporary popular artists, including Ellie Goulding, Adele, Elton John, Abba, Leonard Cohen and Ed Sheeran.

2. Classical

Arranged and played on guitar, classical music takes on a lovely warmth that is both sophisticated and non-stuffy! You can expect guitar arrangements from the greats of the classical world, such as Bach, Pachelbel and Mendelssohn.

3. Spanish (Flamenco)

Spanish and Latin American guitar music offers a fiery slice of the traditional culture, often with intricate and impressive finger-picking and incorporating toe-tapping passionate Flamenco music, along with more contemporary melodies from artists like Manu Chao and the Buena Vista Social Club.

4. Jazz

Classical guitarists playing in a jazz or lounge style cover finger-clicking music from the Rat Pack era to cool old school jazz classics and Charleston music, to melodic tunes from the Great American Songbook. Often featuring artists like Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Nat King Cole, and Nina Simone, to name a few.

Our classical guitarists entertain at a range of events across the UK and internationally – at weddings, corporate events, private parties, venues, and festivals. The locations where our classical guitarists are most frequently booked include:

Usually the headline daytime or afternoon entertainment, classical guitar music is versatile and sophisticated, ideal for occasions such as:

Weddings
Corporate events
Private parties
Gala Balls
Festivals
Fêtes and street parties
Bar Mitzvas and Bat Mitzvas
Charity fundraiser events
Black Tie events
Pubs / clubs / venues
HM Armed Forces Events
University events

Because of the romantic nature of the instrument and the warm sound, classical guitar music is perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions, Guitarists can play as your guests arrive, during the wedding ceremony and the signing of the registers.

Our guitarists can tailor their performance to your individual needs – from romantic, and relaxing background tunes to well-known classic popular melodies and lively Latin and Spanish guitar music – creating the perfect atmosphere and bringing your party to life.

Classical guitarists are also a great option for corporate events and drinks receptions.

If you have your heart set on a classical guitarist at your event, but would like something a bit different, many of our classical guitarists can perform alongside other musicians for a larger sound.

Space considerations at your event

A seated solo classical guitar player is fairly compact, needing around 2 square metres to perform comfortably. This allows space for a seat, music stand, microphone and stand, and their PA system.

For approximate requirements, see ‘How much space will a classical guitarist need?’, below.

Volume – how loud is a classical guitar?

A guitarist will match his style of playing to your event, so a live guitarist’s volume can vary between chilled background music to flamboyant flamenco. This can be anywhere between 65 – 85dB (decibels), which in real terms is the volume of a busy restaurant or the sound of audience applause.

Since acoustic guitars can be relatively quiet, classical guitarists will generally use an amplifier, particularly if they’re playing at a function with more than about 50 guests or at larger venues. Many have access to battery-powered amps, which are ideal for outdoor performances where there may not be access to a plug socket.

The average price of a classical guitar player is around £350.

This table below outlines the range of fees for different types of classical guitar artists:

Type of Artist	Cost Range
Solo classical guitarist	£150 - £375
Solo singer–guitarist	£280 - £375
Classical guitar duo	£270 - £600

Booking a musician who lives near your venue is one way to keep costs down, since their travel time will be minimal. The home town location of all our classical guitarists can be found on their profile pages, and your Entertainment Coordinator can recommend the best musicians close to your event.

The artists below are our current leading classical guitar players, based on a range of popularity, performance quality and innovation:

For a list of Alive's most booked classical guitarists right now, see our 'Top 10 Classical Guitarists For Hire in 2017' article

Most classical guitarists will perform two 45-minute sets, with a break of around 15 minutes’ in-between. In many cases, they will be willing to play for longer – often up to 3 hours. You can find the booking options on each classical guitarist’s profile page.

A classical guitarist only needs a small space to perform. They usually perform while seated, and also need space for a music stand, microphone stand and PA system.

This guide shows approximately how much space a classical guitarist will need:

Artist	Performance Space
Solo Classical Guitarist	2 metres × 2 metres

More accurate measurements for your chosen guitarist can be provided by your dedicated Event Coordinator.

It takes a classical guitarist around 30- to 45-minutes to prepare for a performance, depending how close they can park in relation to the performance area. This often involves the setting up of the amplifier, to increase the sound of their acoustic guitar.

Many busy hotels ask artists to load in via a shared supplier’s entrance, which can extend set up times.

Following the final set, it can take about 15–20 minutes to pack down and load out.

Most classical guitarists will need:

parking provision, preferably with easy access to the venue
a named venue contact for the guitarist to ask for when they arrive
a suitably-sized, safe, dry, flat performance area. If performing outside, they will need cover from the elements
an armless chair
(if using a non-battery powered amp or a PA system) one or two 13 amp power sockets in close proximity
refreshments such as soft drinks and sometimes food, depending on how long you have booked them for.

Most of Alive Network’s classical guitarists will provide their own microphones, and amp or PA system.

Aside from finding some of the best Classical Guitarists in the UK and getting expert advice from our friendly staff, one of the main reasons to hire a Classical Guitarist from Alive Network Entertainment Agency is security. We ensure your booking is covered 24/7 against any eventuality, so that no matter what, you can enjoy your event without worrying about whether your entertainment will turn up. If your Classical Guitarist is ill or unable to perform, our team will be on hand to source a suitable replacement even out of office hours and at short notice. Imagine having to do that yourself!?

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Established in 1999, Alive Network has grown to become the UK's largest live entertainment agency and one of the leading online entertainment booking services in the world. We specialise in wedding entertainment, party entertainment and corporate entertainment, trusted by companies like Apple, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, Coca-Cola & Nike, and we have helped over 110,000 customers to hire the perfect live entertainment for their events. We are formally partnered with BIMM, the largest and leading provider of contemporary music education in the UK and Europe, ensuring that we are able to bring you the very best new talent exclusively at Alive Network.

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For information on the following, see our Frequently Asked Questions:

For a more comprehensive classical guitarist booking guide please read ‘Booking a classical guitarist – Everything you’ll ever need to know’.

If you have any other queries, simply visit our FAQ page.

Alternatively, our dedicated expert entertainment coordinators are on-hand to help. Simply call 0845 108 5500 or email enquiries@alivenetwork.com.

The UK's #1 Agency For Classical Guitarist Hire

As a leading classical guitar agent, we help our customers to hire classical guitarists for weddings, corporate events and parties throughout the UK and internationally. Our five star booking service ensures hiring a guitar player is easy and trouble free, with every booking backed up by a secure contract and 24/7 customer support. By booking with a trusted music agency you'll have the peace of mind to get on with enjoying your event!

787 Reviews For Our Classical Guitarists

Feel Good Guitar Classical Guitarist Review Wedding Durham

5 stars - Feel Good Guitar are Highly Recommended

“Rob was absolutely fantastic. He played our aisle song and his rendition of the song we requested was stunning. He also played our drinks reception and created a really relaxed atmosphere which was exactly what we wanted. He has an extensive and varied repertoire which cater to a wide range of mus...”

Amy B booked Feel Good Guitar for their wedding in Durham on 13th August 2026

Luke Classical Guitar Classical Guitarist Review Wedding Norfolk

5 stars - Luke Classical Guitar are Highly Recommended

“Everyone loved it!”

Alejandra T booked Luke Classical Guitar for their wedding in Norfolk on 8th August 2026

Neil Brown Classical Guitarist Review Private Party West Sussex

5 stars - Neil Brown are Highly Recommended

“A wonderful selection of Spanish and Latin music- performed by Neil at just the right volume with a sensitivity and thoughtfulness that was perfect for the occasion”

Carolyn P booked Neil Brown for their party in West Sussex on 2nd August 2026

Guitarist Adam Classical Guitarist Review Private Party Gloucestershire

5 stars - Guitarist Adam are Highly Recommended

“Adam provided the perfect ambience for our garden party, His guitar playing was absolutely beautiful and everyone really enjoyed the dulcet music floating through the air. Would thoroughly recommend Adam and definitely book again . Thank you Adam”

Caroline H booked Guitarist Adam for their party in Gloucestershire on 1st August 2026

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